Support Services & Groups for Caregivers

Posted on May 5, 2016 by jwatrel

Support Services & Groups for Caregivers

County of Bergen
Department of Human Services
Division of Senior Services
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601-7076
Telephone: (201) 336-7400
Fax (201) 336-7424

Caregivers’ Services
Division of Senior Services
Advisory Council Education Committee
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Programs include the ‘Caregiver Chronicles’ (newsletter), “The Challenge of Caregiving” (a panel of formal and informal caregivers) and “Caregivers Corner” (a compassionate ear).

Family Caregivers Online
Education modules for role of family caregiver, behavior & emotion, caring for caregiver and sandwich generation/working caregiver.
Website: http://www.familycaregiversonline.com

National Organization for Empowering Caregivers (NOFEC)
Empowering caregivers with resources, private counseling and healing circle.
Website: http://www.care-givers.com
Phone: (212) 807-1204

Family Caregiver Alliance
National center on caregiving providing education information with fact sheets for caregiving & depression, dementia behavior and caregiving planning etc.
Phone: 800-436-4380
Website: http://www.caregiver.org

Alzheimer Disease Education Center
Comprehensive Alzheimer disease information and resources including caregiver’s skills for behavioral problems and all other information.
Phone: 800-436-4380
Website: http://www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers

Dynamic Living
Special information and products for various impairments with living aids for promoting convenient, comfortable and safe home environments for aged. Also mobility & transferring.
Phone: 888-940-0605
Website: http://www.dynamic-living.com

CAPS (Children of Aging Parents)
P.O. Box 167
Richboro, PA 18954
Information and Referrals Support Groups, Educational Outreach Speakers Bureau
Phone: (800) 227-7294
Website: http://www.caps4caregivers.org

Holy Name Hospital, Caregiver Support Group
Holy Name Hospital Day Away Center
725 Teaneck Road, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Phone: (201) 833-3757

Adult Children of Aging Parents Program
Holy Name Hospital, Community Health Services Department
Phone: (201) 833-1850

Caregivers to the Elderly Self-Help Group
Senior Services of Teaneck
250 Colonial Court
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Offering educational physical fitness and social recreational program for active adults ages 55 and over.
Phone: (201) 837-0171

COPSA-Institute for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders
(Alzheimer’s Resource Center Hotline)
100 Metroplex Drive, Suite 200
Edison, NJ 08817
Supports groups for spouses, general caregiver support groups and other specific support groups.
Phone: (800) 424-2494

Care One at the Cupola Support Group
West 100 Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
1st Wednesday of the Month at 5:30pm
Phone: (201) 444-8200

Sunrise Assisted Living of Paramus, Caregiver Support Group
567 Paramus Road
Paramus, NJ 07652
1st Wednesday of the Month at 7:00pm
(201) 493-9889

Sunrise Assisted Living of Basking Ridge
404 King George Road
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
3rd Wednesday of Month at 7:00pm
(908) 542-9000

Sunrise Assisted Living of Wayne
184 Berdan Avenue
Wayne, NJ 07470
Phone: (973) 628-4900

Bergen County Adult Day Care Center, Caregiver Support Group
327 East Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
For people taking care of a loved one with dementia, Alzheimer’s etc. Group meets on the 3rd Thursday of the Month.
(201) 634-2820

Vantage Health System, Inc.
2 Park Avenue
Dumont, NJ 07629
Spouse Caregivers Support Group: Meets twice-monthly. Spouse caregivers dine and discuss caregivers issues & spouse care recipients are supervised with therapeutic activities & dinner.

American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
Saint Clare’s Health Services
375 East McFarlan Street
Dover, NJ 07801
A guide to community and on-line support groups in NJ
Phone: (800) 367-6274
Phone: (973) 989-1122
Website: http://www.njgroups.org

The Caregiver Initiative
A website containing information and support for caregivers
Website: http://www.strengthforcaring.com

Caregivers Handling Crisis: Adult Protective Service
Subjected to abuse, neglect or exploitation or unable to care themselves
Phone: (201) 368-4300

Psychiatric Emergency Screening Program (PESP)
Care Plus NJ Inc.
610 Valley Health Plaza
Paramus, NJ 07652
A Division of Care Plus NJ Inc. is the designated screening center for Bergen County. Services are available 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.

American Red Cross-Bergen Hudson Chapter
74 Godwin Avenue
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Phone: (201) 652-3210

Parkinson’s Support Group-Greater Ridgewood Area
Cedar Hill Christian Reformed Church
422 Cedar Hill Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ
Support group meetings 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month from 7:00pm-8:30pm
Phone: (973) 420-5716

Disclaimer: All of this information comes right off the County’s promotional page and since I have not used any of these services, I can not give an opinion of them either yes or no. Please call the above phone numbers to get more information on each group.

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The Best 15 Ways for Seniors to Save $$$

Posted on May 1, 2016 by jwatrel

The Best 15 Ways for Seniors to Save $$$

Bergen ADRC (1-877-222-3737)

The Best 15 Ways For Seniors To Save $$$

1. Senior Discount/Reduced Fare for NJ Transit Bus & Rail

Seniors age 62 years or people who have been determined disabled are eligible to pay no more than one-half the regular one way fare on all intrastate bus and rail routes and most interstate bus and rail routes into adjacent states. Call the Division of Senior Services (If you have a Medicare card you should not apply and should use your Medicare card to receive reduced fares).

Phone: (201) 336-7400 & (973) 378-6401

2. Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Must be 65 years of age, blind or have a disability and have limited assets. There are income eligibility requirements.

Phone: (1-800) 772-1213

3. Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
Bergen County Community Action Program (BCCAP)
241 Moore Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Helps low income people meet heating and cooling costs (i.e. heating and cooling assistance). Assists eligible households with high energy bills. Other assistance includes: weatherization, insulation, storm windows/doors. caulking. etc.

Phone: (201) 968-0200 ext. 7008 or (201) 488-5100

4. New Jersey Care/Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB)

Residents of NJ who are 65 years of age or older, blind or permanently and totally disabled as defined by Social Security Administration. May be eligible for this Special Medicare Program. You must meet income and resource guidelines. The program provides complete Medicaid coverage to eligible people, including payment of Medicare Part B premium.
*NOTE: Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Program (QMB)-To qualify for QMB Program, you must be receiving Medicare Parts A and B. QMB pays Medicare Part A premium, if you are required to pay for it. Call above number to inquire about coverage, i.e. covered services etc. (*Use the term “New Jersey Care” when inquiring about QMB coverage).

Phone: (1-800)-792-9745

MEDICAID (Regional Office)
65 Hamilton Street, 5th Floor, Paterson, NJ 07505

Phone: (973) 977-4077

Bergen County Board of Social Services
216 Route 17 North, Building A, Rochelle Park, NJ 07662

Provides information on special Medicaid programs i.e. NJ Care, Medically Needy etc. and institutional Medicaid for nursing homes.

Communications Lifeline Service/Link-Up America
c/o Bergen County Board of Social Services
210 Route 17 North Building A Rochelle Park, NJ 07662
Affordable telephone service for qualified low-income residential customers or discount on telephone connection charges. (Only eligible if you receive benefits from TANF, PAAD, Lifeline Utility Credit, Food Stamps, SSI/Medicaid, HEAP or general assistance).

Phone: (201) 368-4200 or 1-800-427-9977 (Verizon)

Catholic Community Services
Parish Access Center
425 Paramus Road Paramus, NJ 07652
Information and Assistance on food referrals, (i.e. food pantries, etc.)

Phone: (201) 689-6200 or (201) 689-6209

Center for Food Action
192 Demarest Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07652
(There are other offices throughout the county)

Operates the Statewide Emergency Food and Anti Hunger Network (SEFAN) which works as a clearinghouse for information, training and technical assistance to other emergency food providers. Clients must be referred by a social service agency or a clergy person (Note: Emergency utility assistance and housing assistance are also available to prevent homelessness. Emergency utility assistance for those who have received shut-off notices may be available).

Phone: (201) 569-1804

Food Stamp Program
Bergen County Board of Social Services
216 Route 17 North, Building A Rochelle Park, NJ 07662

Phone: (201) 368-4355

Salvation Army
436 Union Street Hackensack, NJ 07601

Food Pantry; serves lunch during the week and on Sundays for those in need.

(201) 342-6531

CHORE Program
Volunteer Center of Bergen County
64 Passaic Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601

SAVE $$$ on minor home repairs. Make minor household repairs without charge (except for materials) Volunteer run program. *No Emergencies

Phone: (201) 489-7790

PSE&G
HELP SAVE $$$ ON HEATING BILLS. E-Team Partners: A free service sponsored to help you save energy and energy dollars. Call to find out eligibility requirements to qualify for this service. (May also be eligible for energy saving measures such as wall insulation, draft seal-up, digital thermostat, water saving devices, etc.)

Phone: (1-888) 773-8326

New Jersey Board of Public Utilities
2 Gateway Center, Newark, NJ 07102

Winter Termination Program: Prevents qualified customers who participate in the Lineline, Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), SSI, PAAD, TANF or welfare programs from having their gas or electric disconnected during the winter months. (*A good faith payment must be made to participate in this program). Call the above number to inquire about eligibility requirements for this program.

Phone: (1-800) 624-0241

Shared Housing:
Women’s Rights Information Center
108 West Palisade Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631

Shared housing is a transitional housing arrangement for some; for others, it in be a permanent arrangement.

Phone: (201) 568-3942

Disclaimer: This information has been taken directly from the County of . Bergen information sheet and may have changed. I have not used any of these services so I have no opinion yes or no to how good they are individually. Please call the above numbers for more information.

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Bergen ADRC: Aging and Disability Resource Connection

Posted on April 27, 2016 by jwatrel

Bergen ADRC: Aging & Disability Resource Connection

Access to health and human services for adults with disabilities and senior citizens

County of Bergen
Department of Human Services
Division of Senior Services
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: 1-877-222-3737
201-336-7400
TTY: 1-800-852-7897
Fax: 201-336-7424
Email: seniors@co.Bergen.nj.us
http://www.co.bergen.nj.us

Bergen ADRC Information & Assistance

Information & Assistance Specialists provide up-to-date and accurate information but not limited to:

*Adult Day Care
*Adult Protective Services
*Assistive Devices
*Benefits Eligibility
*Bilingual Assistance
*Consumer Protection
*Health Issues
*Home Care Programs
*Home Modification/Maintenance
*Housing
*Institutional Care
*Legal Services
*Leisure/Educational/Volunteer
*Medicare Saving Programs
*Mental Health Counseling
*Ombudsman/Quality of Care
*Pharmaceutical Assistance
*Respite Care
*Reverse Mortgage
*SAVVERS Discount Program
*Senior Activity Centers
*Social Security/SSI/Medicaid
*Tax Relief
*Transportation
*Utilities Assistance

Bergen NJ ADRC Care Management

The Division can refer homebound individuals and provide options to caregivers regarding care management. ADRC care managers can help care recipients and their families understand the complex, long term care community based system and obtain the needed services. The goal for ADRC is to help people Age-in-Place as an alternative to institutionalized care.

For information call: Bergen ADRC at (201) 336-7400

Meals on Wheels Program

Homebound adults may participate in the Meals on Wheels Program. This program provides a midday meal that is delivered directly to the clients home. It assists eligible adults who are unable to shop and prepare their own meals to remain in the community with independence and dignity.

For information on eligibility and options available call (201) 336-7420

Lunch Nutrition Program

Adults age 60+ may participate in the Senior Lunch Nutrition Program. This program provides a well-balanced, mid-day meal at 27 senior centers conveniently located throughout Bergen County. The program fosters social interaction and provides access to other supportive services available to Bergen County seniors. Lunch is served Monday-Friday. Transportation may be available. Quarterly Nutrition/Wellness lectures are offered at each Center.

HealthEASE

HealthEASE is an expansion of the ADRC system designed to improve or sustain the health and wellness of age 60+ adults through education, preventive health screenings and support of healthy behaviors. The program offers:
*Health Education
*Health Screenings
*Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
*Senior Wellness Fairs
*Health Resources
*Nutrition Counseling

Reverse Mortgage Counseling
Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECM)

The Division of Senior Services offers a program with a certified counselor trained by the Agency for Housing and Urban Development (HUD), advising seniors 62 and over on ways to access their home equity so they can remain at home and Age-in-Place.

For information: (201) 336-7569
FAX: (201) 336-7430

State Health Insurance Program (SHIP)

The Division offers a program with counselors who have been trained and certified by the NJ Department of Health & Senior Services to help Medicare enrollees understand what benefits they are entitled to such as:

*Medicare A, B, and D Coverage
*Medigap, HMO, PPO and Long Term Care Policies

For information call: (201) 336-7413
(201) 336-7427 or (201) 336-7400

Senior Activity Centers

Bergen County operates ten Senior Activity Centers that are open to all Bergen County residents 60+and their significant other regardless of age.

Bergenfield
East Rutherford
Elmwood Park
Garfield
Americas Unidas
Midland Park
North Arlington
Palisades Park
Ridgefield Park
Wallington

Our centers offer comfortable and stimulating surroundings where you can come to socialize, participate in educational and wellness programs and share lunch with friends.

For information please call (201) 336-7440 or (201) 336-7400

One Bergen County Plaza is wheelchair accessible.

What is the Bergen County Division of Senior Services?

The Division of Senior Services was established in 1966 under Federal Legislation of the Older Americans Act. It is primary agency in Bergen County that plans and coordinates services for county residents age 60 and above and their caregivers. The Division advocates for those with the greatest economic and social need.

The Division also provides funding and support to carious community based organizations that promote the well-being and independence of Bergen County’s 200,000 older adults.

Through the Bergen ADRC system, the Division provides about various resources and services. It helps homebound individuals access long-term care community-based options. The Division also provides health and wellness of age 60+ adults.

The Division is open weekdays from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

(201) 336-7400
1-877-222-3737 (toll free)
TTY 1-800-852-7897

Walk-ins are welcome and there are extended hours for caregivers (by appointment only)

Disclaimer: This information is taken directly from the Bergen ADRC pamphlet and is a step by step guide. Although I have not used any of these services myself, I have worked with many people in the division through my Stroke & Disabled Support Group in Ridgewood and there is a lot of helpful people in the Division. Please call their number if you need any assistance in any of these departments.

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Bergen County Meals on Wheels

Posted on April 27, 2016 by jwatrel

Bergen County Meals on Wheels (201) 336-7420

County of Bergen
Department of Human Services
Division of Senior Services
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Telephone (201) 336-7420
Toll Free: 1-877-222-3737
Fax: (201) 336-7424
TTY: 1-800-852-7897

Bergen County Meals on Wheels is a publicly funded program designed to enable homebound adults to remain in their community with independence and dignity.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for home delivered meals, you must:

*reside in the are served by Bergen County Meals on Wheels

*Be age 60 years or older or spouse and caregiver of eligible individual.

*Be unable to leave your home without the assistance of another person and unable to prepare a nutritious meal for yourself.

*Not require a special diet.

A social worker will periodically conduct an in-home interview to determine your eligibility for continuation in the Meals on Wheels program as well as eligibility for other services that may benefit you.

How it Works:

A nutritious meal is delivered directly to your home. An effort is made to deliver the meal at approximately the same time each day.

This well balanced meal provides one-third of the recommended daily nutrients your body needs as an older adult. Individuals have the option of choosing either the daily hot meal plan or weekly frozen meal plan.

Both plans include the same fully cooked meals. Meals can be heated in the microwave or conventional oven.

Each meal consists of an entrée (3 ounces meat, 1/2 cup potato, 1/2 cup vegetable or equivalent), 1 cup milk, 1 slice of bread, 4 ounces juice and I serving dessert.

Hot Meal Plan:

Consists of one (1) hot ready to eat meal this is delivered every weekday, Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00am-2:00pm.

Frozen Meal Plan:

Consists of seven (7) frozen meals that are delivered once a week on a specified day between the hours of 9:00am-3:30pm. The driver will assist the individual in placing the meal pack in the freezer upon request.

An advantage of the frozen meal plan is that you choose the meal you wish to eat each day from the seven meals received and can heat the meal in the microwave or conventional oven at whatever time you wish to eat.

Weekend Meals

High nutritional risk individuals may apply for a 2-pack of frozen meals to be delivered each week for the weekend.

Cost

Bergen County Meals on Wheels relies on donations. A donation of $1.25 for each meal is suggested to assist in providing meals to seniors in need. Each month you will receive a donation envelope and a copy of the planned menu. Please contribute whatever you are able.

Voluntary donations can be mailed in the self-addressed donation envelope or given to the driver in a sealed envelope. When possible, please enclose a check rather than cash. Please do not offer a tip as drivers are not allowed to accept tips.

Emergency Preparedness

Basic food supplies must be kept in your home at all times. You may not receive a meal as planned on any given day as meal deliveries can be suspended due to hazardous weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances. If uncertain whether a delivery will be made, please call Meals on Wheels at (201) 336-7420 between the hours of 8:00am-4:00pm Monday-Friday. A copy of this brochure can be accessed at http://www.co.bergen.nj.us/bcdhs/divisions/senior/htm#meals.

Individual Responsibility

You must be home to accept your meal delivery and make contact with the driver. Your driver can not leave your meal without knowing that you are safe.

If you have a doctor’s appointment or will be away, please call the Meals on Wheels office before 12:00pm noon the business day before. The meal delivery will be temporarily suspended and resumed when we are notified.

At times, you may not hear the door. If this happens and you find an ‘Attempted to Deliver’ tag left by the driver, please call the office at (201) 336-7420 immediately. If we do not hear from you, we will stop your meal delivery and may call the police to check on you.

Food is a valuable commodity that should not be wasted.
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Specified Low Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB & QI-1)

Posted on April 27, 2016 by jwatrel

Specified Low Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB & QI-1)

The Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB) and SLMB Qualified Individual-1 (SLMB-QI-1) pay partial or full Medicare Part B premiums for eligible New Jersey residents who are not financially eligible for the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) program under New Jersey Medicaid (also known as New Jersey Care).

You are eligible for SLMB if meet the following requirements:

New Jersey resident

Not financially eligible for the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB)

2015 annual income less than $14,124 for single applicants $19,116 combined income for married applicants and

Liquid assets may not exceed $7,280 for single persons or $10,930 for married couples

You are eligible for SLMB-QI-1 if you meet the following requirements:

New Jersey resident

Not financially eligible for the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) program under New Jersey Medicaid;

2015 annual income less than $15,890 for single applicants, $21,506 combined income for married applicants and

Liquid assets may not exceed $7,280 for single persons or $10,930 for married couples.

For more information, call toll free 1-800-792-9745

Disclaimer: I have not used this program so I do not have an opinion either yes or no to it but please call the above number for more information.

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Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

Posted on April 27, 2016 by jwatrel

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program (Senior Gold) is a State-funded prescription program with a different co-payment structure and income eligibility guidelines than those of PAAD.

You are eligible for Senior Gold if you meet the following requirements:

A New Jersey resident;

65 years of age or older or 18 years of age or older and receiving Social Security Title II Disability benefits; and

Annual income for 2016 is between $26,575 and $36,575 if you are single or between $32,582 and $42,582 if you are married.

All Medicare-eligible Senior Gold beneficiaries are also required to enroll in a Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan of their choice. They will be responsible for paying the monthly premium directly to the Medicare Part D plan. They also will be responsible for paying any late enrollment penalty imposed by Medicare for each month they were eligible to enroll in Medicare Part D but did not enroll.

For more information, call toll free 1-800-792-9745

Note: If you are under age 65 and receiving Social Security Disability Benefits on behalf of someone other than yourself, you are NOT eligible for these programs.

To find out more about PAAD, Senior Gold and their interaction with the new Medicare prescription drug benefit program.

Disclaimer: This information is taken from the Senior Gold Discount Program pamphlet. I have not used this service so I don’t have an opinion yes or no to how it is but please call the above number and ask for more information.

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Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Supports Program

Posted on April 27, 2016 by jwatrel

Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Supports Program

Bergen County Board of Social Services Support Coordination Program
216 Route 17 North
Rochelle Park, NJ 07662-3300

For more information on Supports Program call: (201) 368-7680 or visit: http://www.bcbss.com

Purpose of Program

The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) has developed a new program to help serve adults with developmental disabilities. The Supports Program provides needed supports and services for adult individuals, 21 and older, living with their families or in their own home.

Eligibility

You may be eligible for the Supports Program if you meet the following standards:

*Must be 21 years of age or older
*Must be Medicaid Approved
*DDD Approved

Services

Individuals have access to professionals-called “Support Coordinators”-to assist them in developing an individualized Service Plan and link them to appropriate services; these services can provide all enrolled participants with employment services and day services, which can be either self-directed or provider-directed.

*Services Provided Include-All enrolled participants are provided with employment services and day services which includes skilled nursing visits and homemaker/home health aide.

*Provides all enrolled participants with a budget, based on their assessed level of need.

*Our program offers participants the following services as well: Assistive Technology, Behavioral Management, Career Planning, Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapy, Community-Based Supports. Community Inclusion Services, Day Habilitation, Environmental Modifications, Fiscal Management Services, Goods & Services, Interpreter Services, Natural Support Training, Occupational/Physical/Speech Therapies, Personal Emergency Response System, Prevocational Services, Respite, Support Coordination, Support Employment, Small Group, Support Breakage, Transportation and Vehicle Modifications.

Support Coordinators

Coordinators offer 24 hour emergency coverage of Support Services (phone contact).

*Coordinator’s Deliverables: Notes and Reports, Annual satisfaction surveys, reporting data to DDD, Monthly Contact, Quarterly face to face contact, Annual Home Visits, Complete monthly/quarterly monitoring tool, completed PCPT & ISP.

*Coordinator’s Responsibilities: Use and coordinate community resources and other programs/agencies. Advocate and promote client’s choice and decision making. Interview the individual/family, review assessments/evaluations. Develop, review, monitor and apply the Person Centered Planning Tool (PCPT) & Individualize Service Plan (ISP). Ensure individual/families are offered informed choice of service provider.

Person-Centered Planning

“A person-centered plan can help those involved with the focus person see the total person, recognize his or her desires and interests and discover completely new way of thinking about the future of the person”-Beth Mount & Kay Zwernik

DDD Support Program

Connecting People to Services

To Enroll in the Supports Program, please call (201) 368-7680

Disclaimer: This is taken from the DDD pamphlet. I have not used this service and can not give my opinion either yes or no to how good it is but you can call the office and ask for more information.

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Northeast New Jersey Legal Servies: Dedicated to Equal Justice for all

Posted on April 25, 2016 by jwatrel

Northeast New Jersey Legal Services: Dedicated for Equal Justice for All

Senior Citizen Law Project:

The Senior Law Project of Northeast New Jersey Legal Services provides free legal advice, assistance and representation in a variety of civil law cases for seniors residing in Bergen, Hudson and Passaic Counties.

What types of service do we provide?

We specialize in Housing, Family, Public Benefits, Consumer and Health Law matters by providing a broad array of legal services, including advice, representation, advocacy, community education and information and referral.

Eligibility:

You may be eligible for free legal assistance if you live in Bergen, Hudson Or Passaic Counties and are 60 years or older. There are regulations and priorities which may limit the types of cases that NNJLS accepts.

If you are not eligible for our services, then our staff will try to make an appropriate referral.

In what areas of the Law do we provide Services?

Housing:

Advice and representation in matters involving landlord/tenant. foreclosure, rental assistance programs, public housing, community economic development and other housing matters.

Family:

Advice and representation in matters involving domestic violence, child support, child custody, divorce and other family law matters.

Public Benefits:

Advice and representation in matters involving eligibility for public benefits, such as Social Security Retirement and Disability, SSI, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Food Stamps, General Assistance and other benefits.

Consumer:

Advice and representation in matters involving debt collection, unfair and deceptive practices, credit and bankruptcy.

Health:

Advice and representation in matters involving Medicaid, Medicare, NJ Family Care, Prescription Assistance, private insurance and access to health insurance.

We accept cases in the following areas:

*Reduction or termination of government benefits including SSI, Social Security, Food Stamps, Medicare, Medicaid and PADD.

*Landlord/Tenant Problems, Evictions, Utility Shut-offs

*Domestic Violence

*Planning/Protecting Autonomy: Living Wills, Power of
Attorney

*Consumer issues

*Fraud and exploitation of seniors

*Debt Collection

*Foreclosure

*Bankruptcy

We are also available to speak to community groups/Call us!

Who are we?

Northeast New Jersey Legal Services is a non-profit corporation supported with public and private funds.

We provide free legal services to low-income residents of Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic Counties in a variety of civil legal matters, including public benefits, housing, family, consumer, health, employment, education and community economic development.

Our attorneys, paralegals and support staff are dedicated to providing the highest quality legal services. We seek to assure that access to the civil justice system is not denied to individuals within our service area simply because they cannot afford a private attorney.

Do you have a Legal Problem?

If so, please contact your local county office at:

Northeast New Jersey legal Services
Senior Citizen Law Project
Bergen County Division
190 Moore Street, Suite 100
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Telephone: (201) 487-2166
Fax: (201) 487-3513

Northeast New Jersey Legal Services
Senior Citizen Law Project
Hudson County Division
574 Summit Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07306
Telephone: (201) 792-6363
Fax: (201) 798-8780

Northeast New Jersey Legal Services
Senior Citizen Law Project
Passaic County Division
152 Market Street, 6th Floor
Paterson, NJ 07505
Telephone: (973) 523-2900
Fax: (973) 523-9002

Northeast New Jersey Legal Services will make special arrangements to meet with you if you are homebound or disabled.

This information is taken directly from the pamphlet provided by Northeast New Jersey Legal Services.

Disclaimer: I have not used the service so I have no opinion, either yes or no to the service but if you need any additional information, please call their above phone number for more information.

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Care2Caregivers: When you care, We are there

Posted on April 18, 2016 by jwatrel

Care2Caregivers: When you care, we are there:

Making life a little easier for Caregivers:

(800) 424-2494

Compassionate and experienced peer support

Very few of us are prepared to become caregivers. When someone we love is first diagnosed with dementia, we can’t imagine how much they will change.

Our lives become full of uncertainty. We are not sure what will happen. We desperately want to help but aren’t sure how. We have no idea what the future will bring.

Care2Caregivers was created to help dementia caregivers. Our peer counselors have all been caregivers themselves. They are trained and familiar with the broad range of services that can help caregivers. They offer you a wealth of valuable tips and “lessons learned.” Contact us today.

Guidance:
* Advice on how to respond to changes in thinking, behavior and moods.

*Tips on helping everyday activities go more smoothly.

*Counseling and Education.

*Coaching on how to manage difficult behaviors.

*Referrals to Resources.

*Help negotiating community services.

Care2Caregivers

Speak to one of our caregivers: (1-800) 424-2494
We will communicate with you in the way that is most convenient for YOU;
Phone, Text, Email, Post Mail

You Are Not Alone:

Alzheimer’s disease is life-changing for both those who are diagnosed and those close to them. Whether you are just beginning your care giving journey or have been on the path a while, there is no need for you to go through it alone.

An experienced caregiver from Care2Caregivers can walk beside you, providing support, guidance and the compassion that only someone who has been there can offers.

Support Groups: We offer online support groups, please call to learn about dates and times.

Speak to one of our caregivers: 1-800-424-2494

Visit us at Care2Caregivers.com
Email: Care2Caregivers.com

Quotes from others:

“Thank you so much for calling me. You are such an angel. I had the resource book right in front of me but I just didn’t know where to start.”

“I appreciate you thinking of me, I have been having such a hard time and your call has given me hope.”

“Talking with you really helped me calm down. I was upset about my mom’s behavior and talking with you helped me better understand what was going on. I feel so much better about talking with you.”

*Care2Caregivers is funded by the State of New Jersey Department of Human Services through the COPSA Institute of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders at Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

Disclaimer: I have not used this service so my opinion is neither yes or no on how good it is but please feel free to contact the above number for more information.

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Rebuilding Together: Bergen County

Posted on April 18, 2016 by jwatrel

Rebuilding Together: Bergen County

Rebuilding Together is a safe and healthy housing organization that believes community starts at home. Our core work focuses on critical home repairs and modifications that serve a variety of populations: low-income homeowners, seniors at risk, veterans and military families, families with children, people living with disabilities and victims of disaster. Fifty-five million American (one in five) are living with a disability that creates social and economic barriers.

How do we assist people who are living with a disability or who provide care to someone living with a disability?

*Rebuilding Together can modify a home with critical upgrades to ensure it is adapted to meet daily needs, eliminating hazards that threaten safe and independent living.

*Services include home repairs and safety modifications such as grab bars, shower seats, raised toilets, widened doorways, smoke and CO detectors, transition ramps and adaptive devices for the visually or hearing impaired.

*We can also assist non-profit and community organizations serving those with disabilities by providing accessibility modifications and other improvements to their facilities.

What we do:

Rebuilding Together Bergen County is a non-profit organization that provides critical home repairs, accessibility modifications, fire-safety and energy-efficiency services for low-income homeowners, particularly seniors, people living with disabilities, veterans, and families with children at no cost to recipients of service.

Programs:
National Rebuilding Day:
On the last Saturday in April, hundreds of volunteers provide critical repairs and home modification that make a lasting difference for the individuals and families we help. Volunteer skills range from professional tradespeople to handy DIYers.

Fire Safety:
In partnership with the American Red Cross and the Henry & Marilyn Taub Foundation, Rebuilding Together Bergen County provides and installs 10-year battery smoke alarms, CO-Detectors and fire extinguishers and fire-prevention education for low-income seniors in neighborhoods at greatest risk.

Disaster Recovery and Rebuilding:
After Super storm Sandy, Rebuilding Together Bergen County repairs 81 homes and seven community buildings. As part of Bergen VOAD (Volunteer Organization Active in Disaster), our focus is long-term recovery.

Expansion:
Rebuilding Together Bergen County will become Rebuilding Together North Jersey and broaden in service area, beginning with Paterson in 2016. In addition to our core services mentioned above, we will focus on housing-related community needs including crime prevention, asthma reduction and community revitalization.

How You Can Help:
Volunteer:
*Skilled semi-skilled and non-skilled volunteer provide home repair services for National Rebuilding Day and special projects throughout the year.

*Licensed contractors provide emergency and other home repairs. Materials supplied by Rebuilding Together but we need your time and talents.

* Community members serve on committees or behind the scenes activities such as project selections, fundraising, development, marketing, outreach and expansion.

Donate: Building Material & Tools:
Call (201) 447-8886 to determine suitability of materials or supplies offered.

Financial Support:
Donate securely online at rebuildingtogetherbergen.org or mail you tax-deductible check payable to Rebuilding Together Bergen County to the address at left.

Sponsorship:
Rebuilding Day projects are sponsored by local businesses, faith-based communities, civic organizations and families. Contact our office for more information about the levels and benefits of project sponsorship.

To apply for assistance in Bergen County:

Call (201) 447-8886
Email: Info@RebuildingTogetherBergen.org
Visit: http://www.RebuildingTogetherBergen.org
Write: PO Box 1389, Ridgewood, NJ 07451
Applications accepted May 1st through October 15th

Disclaimer: Since I have not used this service, I can not give my personal opinion either yes or no on how good the service is but please call the above number for more information on the program.

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